Keschan

A wonderful antique Kashan rug from Persia featuring exceptionally intricate floral patterns in soft rose, blue and red tones. The light beige field gives this large scale carpet a calm and elegant appearance while beautifully highlighting the finely detailed floral ornaments. The remarkably delicate design spreads across the entire field with extraordinary precision, creating an almost textile like refinement. Particularly attractive is the harmonious balance of rose, blue and red tones which gives the rug an elegant lightness despite its highly intricate ornamentation. The floral arabesques, palmettes and flowing vine motifs reflect the timeless Persian elegance for which Kashan rugs have been admired worldwide for centuries. Kashan has long been one of the most important weaving centres of Persia and was already renowned during the Safavid era for producing highly refined city rugs with exceptional craftsmanship and delicate floral compositions. This magnificent example is both signed and dated, further enhancing its collector appeal and historical significance. The finely detailed floral border frames the field beautifully and strengthens the elegant overall composition. The combination of intricate drawing, light colours and classical Persian weaving artistry makes this rug an exceptionally decorative and timeless masterpiece. Measuring 415 x 312 cm, it is perfectly suited for grand living spaces, elegant salons, libraries or refined business interiors. A remarkable antique Kashan rug with exceptional refinement, timeless Persian elegance and outstanding decorative charm.